Curate is excellent. Zambra is even better but under renovations

. Other food stops folks should consider: Early Girl is a breakfast/brunch institution. Tupelo Honey is southern food at its best. Bouchon is a wonderful country French restaurant (we'll probably hit it Saturday night). Many places do not take reservations. but most have a bar waiting area. Grove Park is worth a stop for a cocktail. Majestic place. Onsite restaurants are lacking. ll in all, Asheville is food heaven. A win and a killer meal or two. Great way to start the new year.